Maurice Ladarius Simmons, 24, was shot and killed in Prichard, Alabama, during the daylight hours of December 26, 2021. He was found in a quiet neighborhood; authorities and local reports describe the incident as a homicide that deeply affected the community.

Simmons’ mother says he had arranged to meet a potential buyer for his cell phone through Facebook Marketplace and that the transaction was when he was killed. Law enforcement has not publicly confirmed robbery as a motive and has been guarded about specific circumstances. Simmons’ parents issued public pleas for information to help identify and capture whoever was responsible, and as of late 2021 the Prichard Police Department had not announced any arrests or named suspects.

If anyone knew Maurice, saw him that day, or has information about the planned meeting, please come forward to assist the investigation.